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Example of a large 1960s galley carpeted and gray floor wet bar design in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble countertops and wood backsplash

Mid-century Modern Rambler in Richmond Beach

Polymath Properties LLC

Mid-century modern galley dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, brown backsplash, wood backsplash and gray countertops

2015 photos, Contemporary Hutch, Brookhaven

San Luis Kitchen Co.

We took an old bulky closet and made a fantastic modern hutch. Ribbed glass, maple cabinets and simple Shaker doors all add to the contemporary appeal. What a treat for your foyer. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Colony

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Omaha Steaks

LK Design

Nicolette Wagner - Life Unbound Photo
Large 1960s galley carpeted and gray floor wet bar photo in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble countertops and wood backsplash

6000 Residence

Studio Build

Bob Greenspan
1960s multicolored floor seated home bar photo in Kansas City with dark wood cabinets, brown backsplash and wood backsplash

Californian Mid Century House

Oneshot Design

Large mid-century modern l-shaped carpeted and beige floor seated home bar photo in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash and wood backsplash

1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House

Rollins Andrew Interiors

1950's mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.

Midcentury Wall Unit

California Closets of Michigan

Along side the focal point of the unit, shelving appears effortlessly incorporated into this project. Using the "Lago - Siena" finish that is included as a back panel, the unit truly functions seamlessly. Slab drawer fronts with sleek handles compliment the entirety of the system.

Accent walls

BH Construction & Handyman Services

Exotic mango wood accent wall
Example of a small mid-century modern single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor home bar design in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, beige backsplash, wood backsplash and brown countertops

Pasadena Edward Killingsworth Home

Ritual House Inc.

Example of a mid-sized 1950s light wood floor dry bar design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops and wood backsplash

Mid Century Modern Berkley Place Remodel

6th Ave Homes

These dark walls scream cozy vibes. The brown and gold accents help elevate the modern rustic feel. But this crystal chandelier send this room over the edge.

Boulevard 2016 Front Cover

Troico

Mid-century modern single-wall cork floor and beige floor dry bar photo in Vancouver with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate countertops, beige backsplash, white countertops and wood backsplash

Omaha Steaks

LK Design

Nicolette Wagner - Life Unbound Photo
Wet bar - large mid-century modern galley carpeted and gray floor wet bar idea in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble countertops and wood backsplash

Omaha Steaks

LK Design

Nicolette Wagner - Life Unbound Photo
Example of a large mid-century modern galley carpeted and gray floor wet bar design in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble countertops and wood backsplash

Boulevard 2016 Front Cover

Troico

Inspiration for a mid-century modern single-wall cork floor and beige floor dry bar remodel in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood countertops, beige backsplash, brown countertops and wood backsplash

Mid-Century Modern Home Bar with Wood Backsplash Ideas

Everyone has their favorite spot to enjoy a glass of wine or a shot of whiskey. For some people, that spot is right in the comfort of their own mid-century modern home bar. In-home bars can act as a central hub for entertainment, and can easily bring with them the fun atmosphere of a tavern or cocktail lounge. When browsing photos for 1950s home bar ideas, ask yourself the following questions to make sure you create exactly what you want and need:

I want to build a home bar. Where do I start?

First, pick a location. Generally, people will build a basement bar or corner bar in an area near the kitchen or dining room. If you are limited in terms of available indoor space, an outdoor bar is an excellent option, especially during warmer seasons. Once you have secured a location, decide on what functionality you want to include in your space, such as sinks, storage and refrigeration. This will help you with the overall layout of your home bar design, and then you can start picking materials and finishes that will coordinate with the rest of the space.

Do I need a wet bar or portable bar?

Including a sink in the functionality of your new watering hole makes it a wet bar. Sinks are convenient for home bars if you choose a location far from your kitchen. Don’t need running water? You might think about going with one of the many portable home bar design ideas, which will enable you to conveniently turn any space in your house into a 1960s barroom or cantina. For portable options, try a fun bar cart.

What mid-century modern home bar furniture should I get?

Choose furniture that will coordinate well with the rest of your home’s 1950s decor. Seating and storage are essential to home bar designs, so look for bar stools and a liquor cabinet of some sort. If you are creating a freestanding station instead of using existing countertops, you will need a bar table, which are taller and shallower than regular dining tables. Check that your stool and table height work together before you finalize any home bar designs. Once you’ve found all of the right furniture pieces, you can implement your favorite decorative elements based on the home bar ideas that inspire you the most.

How should I decorate my mid-century modern home bar?

Accessorizing is the fun part of finalizing retro home bar designs. Find a theme that you want to incorporate — think about what you might see at your favorite mod pub or alehouse. There are infinite bar decorating ideas to choose from, but don’t stress too much about finding the right barware pieces, as these are easy to change out. Bottle openers, decanters, ice buckets, cocktail shakers and glassware are a few of the functional accessories to remember to pick up. Coasters, neon lights or signage are all great home bar ideas that will help you achieve the mid-century modern look you want, whether it’s a futuristic lounge or a historical saloon. Last, but not least, don’t forget to stock up on your beverage of choice!